WEN DC3401
#9 in Single-stageFull review
A starter collector for a small shop that runs one benchtop tool at a time and wants chips off the floor for little money.
Amazon $126.35$126.35
The WEN DC3401 is the better dust collector overall, rated 3.3 to 2.9. The WEN DC3401 leads on value. The Shop Fox W1727 wins on filtration and airflow. The WEN DC3401 costs $302.65 less ($126.35 vs $429).
Shop Fox W1727
#15 in Single-stageFull review
A small, mobile bag collector for a beginner’s garage shop that moves one hose between a few machines.
Grizzly $429$429
Prices were last checked November 2, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the WEN DC3401 for value ($0.19 per cfm ($126.35, 660 cfm) vs $0.54 per cfm ($429, 800 cfm)).
- Choose the Shop Fox W1727 for filtration (2.5 micron vs 5 micron) and airflow (800 cfm maximum vs 660 cfm maximum).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every single-stage dust collector; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | WEN DC3401 | Shop Fox W1727 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 2.9/5 |
| Value 30% | 100 $0.19 per cfm ($126.35, 660 cfm) | 57 $0.54 per cfm ($429, 800 cfm) |
| Airflow 15% | 16 660 cfm maximum | 30 800 cfm maximum |
| Suction 10% | 50 static pressure not published (neutral score used) | 7 5.7 in of static pressure |
| Filtration 25% | 39 5 micron | 54 2.5 micron |
| Warranty 20% | 25 2-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| WEN DC3401 | Shop Fox W1727 | |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ||
| Motor | - | 1 HP |
| Airflow | 660 cfm | 800 cfm |
| Static pressure | - | 5.7 in |
| Filter | bag, 5 micron | bag, 2.5 micron |
| Inlet | 4 in | 4 in |
| Collection | 12 gal | 15.7 gal |
| Build | ||
| Voltage | 120 V | 120 V |
| Weight | 17 lb | - |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |